Japanese people seem like the most curious people on Earth. They are into nearly everybody's culture. Just ask musicians from anywhere and they'll tell you they're big in Japan, for some reason.
You can tell from their absorbing attitude. For example: see the alphabet they took from chinese, see the development they took from the west, especially from the US
I really hope that B-culture fanatics don't have a one sided view of black culture. Black culture does not equate dark skin, jewelry, and rap music. It is so much more than materialism….our culture reflects our convoluted history and the diaspora in which we belong to. What you see here is merely a fraction of black culture.
***** Chill with all the negative talk I don't even care that you're racist, but don't spread hate. It's the germ that has created every ignorant person such as yourself.
Interesting, I don't take offense or think they are being racist at all. Hey, if they like it I love it. At least they're admitting they love the hip hop culture.
James Davis yes, some of us. Those who hold anger and disrespect for their own race or any race for that matter, I believe stems from self hatred. But, we do hurt ourselves way more then we empower each other.
+mako suenaga 8 months later, I call bullshit. If you act cool then they will like you. Rapping is viewed as the cool Alpha male thing to do. Same goes for rich white people driving fancy cars wearing designer brands and stylish rich asians. Cool is cool, people want a taste of another lifestyle, but many won't want it to stay, we simply like to sample. --oh... and nobody likes hipsters.
its all about the looks but no one understands the problems. im honored they want to look like us, but im not sure they understand the bullshit we go through when we only want to be treated equal and left alone. i will admit though, she looks amazing. thumbs up.
Hawa Kawah lmao that's some shit ive been wondering for years. all they think it is is us. but the truth is they don't even know lol. its just something pulled from their asses like their degenerative state and inbred ancestors.
ay dont forget the the accountability of nations ruined by white people throughout world history. entire tribes wiped out. famine and disease spread throughout lands. both modern and ancestral histories have been tarnished by white people across the world.
do not blame the girls for their idea on black culture. blame the media.the media shows all over the world the stereotype. most japanese have never seen or met black person in life. so they think they are like the people in black media. not our faults
***** did i ever say anything was wrong with that? i know that already, being born and raised there. i seen many styles and how much people like to imitate others. never did i say anything was wrong with that... -_-
***** you took it that way? how does typed words have a tone? lol. i have said time and time again that i think it is beautiful when people are free to be what they wish. it is not a big deal nor is there room for debate. good day....
***** this is youtube, not the world. you know nothing of how i behave in public. someone needs to point out your inability of thinking logically and minding your own business. that's all. dumbass
***** 'many people act polite over youtube'...LOL. dumbest comment ever. many more people dont. because its youtube. not a face to face conversation. the fact that you take this shit so seriously says a lot about you as a person. hey, instead of worrying about my youtube manners, how about getting a life. if you dont like my comments, ignore them instead of trying to preach to me, moron.
Its kinda cool that they like black culture in Japan. I love how they admit they like black culture in a respectable manner, unlike jet Hayes or other ppl like him. I hate it when ppl of different race think they have to "talk black" and listen to rap and act a fool. Ppl like that just makes stereotypes worse.
I live in Japan and occasionally run into/talk with Japanese people like the young lady in this video. And although I don't understand why someone be offended, I'm hesitant at considering their activity and interests as being things that are complementary to Black people. After all, unbeknownst to them the images of Black people that they eagerly consume and digest are toxic because it portrays Black people as monolithic and generic. What they're really enthralled with, isn't so much Black people or Black culture, but more so what Bell Hooks calls, "commodified/exotic Blackness". Thus, I would say that their interest in Black people/Black culture is primarily superficial. But in the end, having a superficial interest in something isn't necessarily an entirely bad thing. Because it can be the starting point from which some kind of genuine interest and in-depth understanding can grow.
Learn the difference between appreciation and black face! I think hina does it pretty well and she looks like she could pass for a mixed girl in the states. Very pretty!
her mom is the perfect parent..she understands that as long as she's doing what she is supposed to in school and workwise, that her daughter can have her freedom. and she also understands that most teens grow out of fads and phases...she can let her daughter be young without trying to pressure her into being as mature as she is..... a lot of parents don't see shit that way..strict ass parents create sneaky ass kids..
As a young Black American watching this, I couldn't help not to laugh. It's sad, amusing, weird, fascinating, shocking, and offensive all at once. Blacks are more than what you see on TV, music videos, and magazines. And we've contributed more than just music and fashion trends in America. It's sad because when they meet a professional Black American who was raise in the suburb, they are going to be extra culture shock and disappointed to discover that all Blacks aren't 'hip hoppers' lol. Oh what I'd pay to see their reactions!
At least they don't think black people are thuggish, ratchet, drug dealers and habitual baby maker. So far they see black people more positive than negative. They see black people in a more positive light than most American see black people. At least they admire instead of hate. Also what so special about them meeting a suburb born black person. They like the glamor of Hollywood not desperate housewives and average joe. Similar to any American who follow Hollywood trends. They like the popular glamorized trends not some regular everyday life style. What's so special about that? Would you expect a Japanese tourist to just visit the suburbs instead of all the famous American sights? It's almost as if you travel to Japan and not see any of Japanese popular sights and cultural sight just hang out with a guy at there desk job and stay in his apartment all day and eat fast noodle and watch tv and the Japanese guy tell you this is the typical life of a Japanese. What is the fun in that?
CrimsonEclipse Oh, yah me! For Japanese people not thinking us Blacks are (and quote you) 'thuggish, ratchet, drug dealers and habitual baby maker.' And I'm suppose to be grateful for that? It shouldn't be that way to begin with. You don't get a pat on the back for having moral educated nonracist views. And there's a big different in seeing Black Americans in a positive light vs. seeing them in a light that's one dimensional. Grant it, I see your overall point and I'm NOT saying that what they are doing is wrong or intentionally done to be offensive to Blacks--I get that! However, my point remains, Blacks are more than 'hip hoppers' and we aren't monolithic. Until foreigners begin to picture Presidents, doctors, businessmen, moguls, and etc. when they think of Black Americans, then my issue will always remain. The problem I have with the Miley Cyrus's and Justin Biebers of the world is that they twerk and throw up gang signs and imitate our "culture" when their young and want to be cool, but as they get older and want to be taken seriously and assimilate into society, all of a sudden they move away from that image. It's called NOT being in love but being infatuated. And you suggest that I be grateful for their infatuation over their hate? We don't have to settle for anything. As for 'what's the fun in that?' That's my point! We are more than fun and games and for others amusement.
Shane C I guess you are one of those people who makes everything about you or your people and have to be overly politically correct when it comes to you or your races. You do know political leaders, doctors, businessmen, moguls, come in all shapes, form and race. Not just black people. I don't see anyone labeling any other races being any of those things. It's just ignorant and stupid to assume they have to see political leaders, doctors, businessmen, moguls base on a race. Also why are you saying "foreigners"? Those Japanese are still in their own country and practice their version of hip hop style. They would only be consider foreigners if they leave their country. Have you seen a Japanese tourist with a overly dark tan and dress in over the top hip hop fashion? Those few people that follow this trend aren't the majority of Japan. I don't see the point being mad when they are not in your face. I don't see Japanese get angry over foreigners wants to copy Japanese trends and style. I never saw a Japanese complain about foreigners dressing in a Kimono, or Harajuku style. If you did your research Japanese comes in variety of trends, and fashion and lifestyle. Not all Japanese are Otakus or Harajuku fashion. Also not all Japanese are in the same ethnic backgrounds but most people don't know better and they are not complaining. I don't even see any Asians get mad that black women buy their real hair and wear it as weaves and call it their own. I even seen many black people dress up in traditional Chinese outfits in America and I don't see anyone complain about racism. Also Many people assume all Chinese are alike but Chinese culture comes in multiple languages and multiple ethnic backgrounds but who is counting. I'm sure not you. Same with white people of American. So far I had seen many black people assume white people are all the same but they comes in different backgrounds and accents, and cultural beliefs. America have develop multiple languages accents, diverse groups. Sure we can't name them all since we are only common with a few. Just like any culture most people won't automatically know everything about a culture. Just like how African American people don't know everything about Africa and all the languages, cultural diversity, and countries. I don't see Africans mad when American blacks people dress like them, and they aren't even regional or biologically from the same background. If you are just playing the races card that would be Ignorant. After all not all Africans countries are friends with each other. Same with not all Asian countries are friends with each other and not all European countries are friends with each others. Also America is divided by politics, religions, races, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, classes and other beliefs. Maybe you should do a little research and absorb all these information. Or maybe you just want it to make it about you and your pet peeves and stigma.
You have to remember that on the island of Japan, black people aren't something they see very often. Their only exposure is what they see on t.v. or in magazines-- so of course that's all they know of black culture. Honestly, Japanese love to assimilate other cultures into their own. They embrace cultural differences and are generally very accepting of anything new.
HearthCricket dude I'm white and I would wife that ass up and treat it with respect. Yeah the majority of blacks have a hard time being loyal that's true, they mimic black media too much.
@@greenthizzle4 40 - 50% of marriages in the US end in divorce so who gives a fuck if a child is born out of wedlock nowadays. Marriage is a good way to get into debt the rest of your life
@@greenthizzle4 Can you call us black people... saying "the whites" would be pretty disrespectful if a black person were to do it so why would you do it too. Also I don't think people mimic black media. People just cheat if they have a lack of self control.
Imagine thinking white people have anything to steal from black people. Yikes. Go look at Europe and then look at black areas, even in America and the west in general. Please don't talk about culture.
Theres nothing wrong with wanting to have a certain style. Its pretty cool to see people so into other cultures. But the tanning part isn't good for you. It can cause a ton of health problems.
I agree, at first I was thinking it was lame, but seeing the reaction of the mom relaxed me a bit. They're young & they'll get tired of it eventually, but at least they super open about a different culture.
I am black and i am really happy to see this. Everyone think that the ideal type for everyone is getting white but that is not true. I am truly happy every time I see everyone emulating the black culture. It is a good thing.
I have a close friend from South Korea who loves hip hop and always feels more comfortable around black people. She always comments on how she loves my skin tone, full lips, butt, and kinky afro. She also stated that she thought black women were more beautiful than white women. I'm flattered that she and other Asians admire our features that are often seen as inferior.
Sally May this is only a PART of black culture. Not every black individual acts this way. I can personally speak for my carribbean and west indian parents and say that they do not engage in this type of music nor do they dress this way. It's awesome that they like to indulge in different cultures, however this way of dressing and this type of music does NOT represent every type of "black culture". They are being sterotypical.
Ms. Penelipe Some Japanese girls who want to look white go after the LA/Hollywood-celebrity style. But that doesn't mean they're being racists. Same thing.
And I didn't say it was their fault, nor did I say it was their intention. But labeling this as a "Black lifestyle" is stereotypical. We all can become susceptible to generalizing a race, and that's what they did (unintentionally of course). Just pointing it out.
I'm mixed race (half Caribbean half white) and I don't feel offended. However I am slightly concerned about the whole tanning once a week which could be really dangerous...
eH Ehhh you're biracial. 🤔 They aren't talking about Biracial lifestyle or any of that matter but about BLACK Lifestyle. Get it! You can't even be offended or Not offended it ain't non of your bussiness.
@@lauras.2032 Dude. Stfu. How dare you banish her from being black just because she's mixed? You're a humongous dickhead. She's still black. She's one of us so stop trying to get invalidate her views just because they don't line up with your's.
As the saying goes, "The grass looks greener on the other side of the fence." Many people in Asia are fascinated by different aspects of American culture, just as many Americans are fascinated by different aspects of various Asian cultures. This may seem odd, but it's probably a good thing. The more different people learn about each other, the greater humankind's chances of living together in peace and shared prosperity.
The sad part is they don't realize this isn't black culture, it's a segment of black culture, but it's not all that black is. These girls need to get their heads out of hip hop magazines and read some different books, study different countries like those in Africa or others that have people of African decent as large portions of their population, or travel and meet some black people that aren't hip hop artists.
its amazing how this woman took what was happening to her and embraced it and adapted to it. i know it must have been a little tough on her because this style is not whats most popular in japn
Wonder how these Japanese people would feel if Americans started taping their eyes half-way shut while speaking shitty Japanese-accented English and then called it a "trend", the way that one woman called her poor imitation of black culture a "trend"?
CheezInspector honestly she made it work for her and if thats too much for you to deal with then go f*ck yourself. shes having fun and its not meant to offend anyone.
CheezInspector American people actually do copy the Japanese alot. We copy movies technology, fashion, etc, in fact we wouldn't have alot of stuff that we do have if we hadn't copied them or didn't you know?
Miguel Negrete Don't try and make this personal. This isn't about you or me. It's about people like her failing to understand that what she's embracing as a simple "trend" is based on a hollow representation of another's culture.
momiji Shoma These people are pretending to mimic the ENTIRE American black culture in the way they dress/act - they said as much. It's horribly stupid because they're ignorantly and inaccurately portraying one small corner of black culture. ... As for Americans "copying" the Japanese, that a laugh. There are a few forms of technology and occasionally some other small thing, but Japan and the rest of the world copies us faaaar more, and few Americans copy an entire, bizarre form of a "Japanese" person the way the stupid twits in this video portrayed themselves as "black".
I'm actually flattered.. and of course hip hop and rap is apart of our culture.. I like that those girls adore black culture that's really sweet to me... thank you ^_^… I'm not offended at all. .
As a black female I don't know whether to feel angry or sorry for her. Black culture goes SO far beyond hair, music and skin color. It seems as though the main young lady in the video appreciates some parts of black culture but what about us fighting slavery and racism, having the first black president, or amazing people like Nelson Mandela and Maya Angelou? I guess I mainly feel sorry for her that she's wasting her youth trying to be a part of another culture instead of appreciating her own. It's great to think other cultures are cool and want to learn more about them. I personally love kpop and I'm trying to become fluent in Spanish because I think the language is beautiful. But never would I try to literally be Korean or be Spanish. I'm also worried because as soon as she said tanning I was praying it would be a spray tan but no :( those tanning beds can't be good for you and that REALLY worries me for her.
what you're saying is 100% true but i think that this girl is trying to find a place in a culture (not really) with people that she might share somethings with them. i know that her facial features are asians/japanese but she said her hair became frizzy having frizzy hair in japan isn't normal maybe she just want to fit in somewhere.
tb11212 in the first 30 seconds it states they are trying to look like American hip hoppers. The Japanese were never colonized nor enslaved. So they have no concept of slavery and I seriously doubt they wish to entertain that sad chapter of our black ancestors. No black American can say today he is a slave. And none of us alive experienced it. So it behooves me to know why they should look at that side. As for racism if you check some videos on youtube there are whites who live in Japan who complain about Japanese racism. Matter of fact the Japanese have always seen themselves superior to the Europeans. I saw a documentary yesterday that said after WWI the Japanese wanted to include a clause of equality for all races at the Treaty of Versailles. President Woodrow Wilson and the then Australian prime minister refused. The Japanese went away humiliated. They believe they were in charge of the Asian continent. But the whites in Australia did not want to see "yellow people" as superior over the white race. Basically because the whites refused to include a clause for racial equality the Japanese became more isolationist and eventually were out to teach white nations a lesson that we saw in WWII. Immigration Nation Ep.3: Cold War -Part 1/4
***** Yes, so what is your point. Maybe I should have used past tense but the content of the sentence remains. Slavery was in the past but remains a scar within black culture. Your comment is irrelevant.
Wayne Samuel What I meant was that I'm tired of black people and black culture only being depicted through hip hop, rappers and our hair texture. Not once did she mention a black person who she admires for their intelligence or contribution to society...just their skin color and hair. And I get that she was a minority in Japan with frizzier hair and I think it's great that she's been able to try different hair styles. And I know that other cultures have experienced and fought racism and I know that it was our black ancestors, not us, who were enslaved. I was just pointing out other parts of our culture that are important to know too, not just hair, music and skin color. I guess I mainly feel sorry for her because she feels the need to change so much about herself to "live" another culture when the skin color and hair isn't even half of it. Not trying to start a war, I was just stating my opinion.
"Hina and her friend are going to have an adventurous black night." Okaaaaaaay.... And how is deep tanning yourself "Good for your skin." So many WTF moments.
"They are going to have an adventurous black night LMAO?" When they find out the truth, real history..... They are beautiful in their natural tannish brown skin, just beautiful...... sooo stop that damn tanning and whitening cream, its killing you!!!!!
+Josh Boykin (Cyrealist) That's a lie! They're very pale because they wear pale makeup or bleach! Some can be naturally pale but most are not. Look at their children! Why aren't they ever that white? I have seen a class filled with 9 yo kids in Korea and none was as white as most white people in winter! They're yellowish beige to light brown.
I believe that style is a personal choice. However, their labeling of this as 'black' is inappropriate and inaccurate. Their interpretation of 'black' focuses on the stereotypes often seen in media instead of black people as individuals. Given the history of slavery, the Harlem Renaissance, and the fact that there are different African countries made up of various ethnic groups with distinct cultural practices, I believe it is better that they label themselves 'hip-hop lifestyle' since they will probably never go into anthropology.
When she is at the tanning salon, and the guy asks her how long, the subtitles say 10 minutes, BUT she actually said 三十分 (30 minutes). I wonder if that was intentional or not?
These girls simply seem naive and fascinated with a culture so distant from their own. They're just appropriating and replicating what they've seen online and it's very interesting to see, especially in a country so traditional and isolated like Japan. Hina seems very well acclimated to Japan's variation on hip hop culture. I was a bit surprised to see her not bow in response to the man running the tanning shop, seeing as how in Japan a bow is very important piece of social interaction and respect.
Excuse me for thinking this video would be about Black people living in Japan. lol The only thing about people "pretending" is when they get tired of the hardships that come with being of a different culture. They can wash it off, stop tanning, and change their style to "fit" in again and pretend that this phase never happen. People of the Black cultures can't do that. So honestly it's not as complimentary as people like to tell themselves to immolate other cultures, instead of being who they are and being respectful of the culture they admire.. This is actually considered a fashion statement not a lifestyle. That's like me pretending to be Japanese and have my skin lightened...ect...They probably would think I was making fun of them. Playing at dress up has nothing to do with Black people. Being Black is a state of "being" it not a "state of mind" over reality. As you heard her mother say, "She's just waiting for her to get board with it." She didn't say, I have a Black child and I love her all the same.
The young are always rebelling against the status quo and trying new ideas. Some fads stick and some fall by the wayside. I thought the video would be about ganguro girls.
I've seen this before. What bothers me isn't the fact that non-black people want to embrace aspects of black culture, after all creativity should be shared. No, the problem is the continuing disrespect and racism. The lack of awareness of history. It's like black is cool to a point.
I like how her mother understands the fact this is just a phase. BTW, out of curiosity, what she does has nothing to do with cultural appropriation right? or..
BrandNewSongz i think you have it a lil mixed up Cultural appropriation is why people think rock is white music She's demonstrating cultural appreciation She credits my people while enjoying our culture as well 2 starkly different things, my friend
while I am honored of this b-style, skin tanning is dangerous, just as much as skin bleaching. please don't rune your skin with these skin altering treatments.
My only issue is that these girls think all black people act like this. I hate that. I don't assume all japanese people act like characters in anime and as someone who is 100% into korean dramas and music, I would never think all korean people act like the ones in their dramas. Being black is not a fucking lifestyle. This girl can change the way she looks, if she wants to. I can't change the color of my skin no matter what.
Eh...Tolerance, acceptance and respect for other cultures/etnicities is one thing. To modify yourself to look like another ethnicity all together is another. Seems like kind of an unhealthy mentality to me. That goes any which way mind you. Asians trying to be black, Americans trying to be Asian, etc. I just don't think it's a healthy mentality to go that far, but that's me. And also, they're not hurting anybody. So I guess it's not that big of a deal either way. But excessive tanning can be harmful, so I hope they take care of themselves. Again, this is all my opinion.
I dont think it is that unhealthy when they got an ideal role model / fashion for them in their life , Since they did not turn into plastic surgery by doing so , i wouldnt consider that as "modify". since they just like the black people trait of fashion and experiment on it on them , surprisingly it looks good on them and they are happy .. so that what it is all matters :) Same as white people who like asian style cause they like asian fashion trait.
ハマサキ勇気 Clothes and fashion are one thing. But to physically alter yourself to try to appear as a different race is another. To modify oneself isn't limited to surgeries. So agree to disagree for the most part. But again, it's not like they're hurting anyone. Was just stating my opinion and it's not like I think anything less of them as people or would treat them negatively if I saw them in person.
Pitchoo973 I'm pretty sure it's a small thing and there isn't a "place" where you meet many of people who like this subculture. This video is pretty old too so not even sure if it still exists
Well first of all, I don't like when you say "subculture", english isn't my native langage, but I feel it in a negative way. Every culture has right to exist, there is no sub or over culture, there is always a history for ea culture. If you didn't mean it by a negative way, I take it back what I said. I didn't mean to offend you =). About this culture, I was in Japan 3 years ago, I'm not japanese at all. I found it when I was there, because I was looking for. So I'm pretty syre that it's still there ... I might understand you that you feel that foreigner will stigmatize every japaneses like those people in this video which is wrong because is not true. Japanese as other ethnicity is about diversity, is not because you didn't see it that it doesn't exist AND it is not because you see it through media that it is true for the whole country (idk if you guys get it lol). It must be the rarest culture in japan (might be 1% or 0.1% or lesser) but it still exist, between hardworker, eletronic and robot geek, ninja, traditional, lolita gothica, respectful, family, porn, nerds, ..., japanese culture. And if I talk more about the inner of this culture, you might be shocked. Ps: Just reminding you that I didn't mean to offend you, but I feel that you're ashamed about this even though you shouldn't, in my opinion. This is how I felt with your comment.
Pitchoo973 This video is about 3 years old (or more). And im aware that Japan has ALL the subcultures from all around the world ^^ I wasnt trying to offend anyone either, i was just kinda surprised when i found this video. I'm not ashamed at all
Im a black person. For me personally I like asians that look more asian. Dont get me wrong, i do feel good that asians are more open to the black culture more than ever before but I just love that asian look in women and Japanese and Chinese women or so damn attractive. I love those asian eyes. I love them just as they are.
***** Where in any of my comment that I said people are ugly? The only implications is through your own interpretation of what I said. Japanese women are pretty just as they are and if they change their features they are still beautiful whether they look more white or more black. People always mis interpret comments. If I say asian women are beautiful then you say .....Oh... then you think whites are ugly. If I say this kid is a good kid then you say.... Oh... so that mean you think all other kids are bad an so on and so on.
***** I'm black and I don't think low of myself and also most blacks don't think low of themself. I know because I been around blacks all my life. The thing is that blacks knows that OTHERS thinks low of blacks and not us. Just read the HATE comments, that's what we see all of the time in our lives. You think that is something we should feel HIGH or good about????
Geneva Hart Ooo I'm SURE OF IT! lol. I think the same can be said for any race. I just used mine cause it was the one being portrayed in the video is all.
its interesting how the Japanese culture stylizes foreign symbols ("black" is not a culture) through retail outlets... Americans stylize foreign symbols through Hollywood - a mass medium. So you have this paradox where the supposedly most individualistic society (America) is culturally the most "uniformly brainwashed", and the most conformist society (Japan) is more intricate than it appears.
I believe all cultures generalize and therefore stereotype. Every country that I have visited has done this to some degree. Most people associate a culture with the primary faces responsible for making it famous, and sadly they often tie that to race or color.
At least they credit where they are taking their inspiration from. Usually you see people stealing or taking inspiration from black culture and yet they're afraid or reluctant to say they like black culture. I think this perspective is really refreshing!
Wow, the culture of black America is more than clothes, skin color, and music. I'm not offended, I just think people should take the time to educate themselves before going on the "news" and or any forum to discuss it.
Popular representation of blacks overseas, who have very little idea of what actual black culture looks like, is quickly picked up based on cultural "expressions" such as clothing and music videos. It is a perversion in itself, but that's how it is. Popular media rarely represents highly educated blacks, and tries to substitute that for something more "showy." But isn't that true about most other things?
Well for those of you that hate on this that listen to rock and roll music maybe you should stop. Because Chuck Berry the originator of rock and roll was a Black Man. Yes sir Pop, Rock, Jazz, R&B, Electronic and House music all have roots back to black culture.
And we created classical music also known today as R&B :) Check out the Hidden Colors Documentary series (1,2 and 3 coming soon) that speaks on the true history of African American History and culture created by Tariq Nasheed this is my credited source..its very insightful
First of all nothing is wrong with following a life-style you like because plenty of people in America study Japan so much that they try to live in their life style so no different then what this Asian woman is doing. I'm talking from anime, restaurants, cosplay etc....smh. Even though she is looking at Rappers life style and thinking all black people are that way is kind of weird but how would she know she is not from here nor are we from there so I bet our perception on Japanese citizens are totally wrong. Stop turning this into a negative this is perfectly normal. Everyone haves a style they flaunt
At the end of the day it's what they like. They ain't hurting me. They ain't pushing me to like it. So why should I give a fuck? People are fucking quick to judge.
Surprise no one is cussing them for imitating black. Just think if this was black people every one would be trying to say they have a complex about themselves.
Her mom is honestly so cool! Coming from a traditional, Japanese family I know how strict and not accepting their families might be. My dad was hella hard on me. Thats cool how open-minded and light hearted her mom is.
Wow its rare that you come cross cultural appropriation and it be a positive thing. Its not dismissive and insensitive over there the way it is here in America. They like to claim everyone's culture and re brand it so its still euro-aesthetics. Everything from native american head dresses, to chola fashion and its disgusting. But yall are doing it right. Shout out to you guys.. for real.
Shut the f up with you cultural appropriation.. so dumb .. city thing.... you speak English, where is your grass skirt, do you even know what a dashiki is? Stop with that crap
***** I'm kind of getting sick of seeing someone bash another person for admiring or wanting to be part of another culture. People are even coming up with these ridiculous names... A Japanese person can do it and they're cool and multicultural. A non-japanese person does it and their a weeaboo? It's an insult. That logic.
So, what you going to do about it? I hate Weeabos. You have a problem with it? You going to cry like a baby now? Can I give you a bottle, I derp baby bottle?
This is obviously an old video, but looking at it honestly I don't have a problem with it because not only are they kinda adorable, but they acknowledge where their inspiration came from, acknowledges it is in fact black culture and they clearly have respect for the culture and black people. Unlike the people in america that do it and don't like to admit where they got the inspiration, disrespect us, or try to pass it off as their ideas. This legitimately feels more like appreciation then appropriation.
Kinda wish someone did a little psa like "Thank you for your interest in black culture but please remember american hip hop isn't all there is to it" like i can't exactly pinpoint how I feel about this
SocialistIntrovert Beserk, Black Lagoon, DBZ, Afro Samurai, SAO, Bleach, and many many more. just look around. apparently you dont watch anime son, because pokemon would have been the first pick since its still popular
Kurohisaki Okay I'll rephrase it, A new anime series(this year) with black people in it. At least, one of the main characters, not some one liner. Then I'll stop this nonsense of looking for blackness in anime'. 1. already watched those anime's except for Berserk; finding time for it. 2. Watched, Pokémon, Bleach, Naruto Shippuden, HunterxHunter, Cyborg 009, Aquarion, Aquarion Evolution, One Piece, Fairy Tail, Full Metal Alchemist, Eureka 7, Machiko Hatchin, Steins;Gate, Deadman Wonderland, Soul Eater and much more. There are some people who won't call the Boondocks an anime'. That would have been in my over 100 anime' watched list too. The problem I have is black lifestyle and maybe culture being adored in Japan, and yet, no series will acknowledge the melanin-type characters, or that other people exist besides the default.
It sucks, but you'll be hard pressed looking for an anime from this year, or any year, with a black character who's the main character. I dont count michiko cuz she's brazillian, and aside from afro samurai, bleach with tousen who was one hundred percent rocking his braids and was an important character and yoruichi, i haven't seen any others. I want to count naruto, but aside from hidden cloud, which to be honest aren't really important characters, i won't. I say you'll be hard pressed because aside from adding a unique spin to that anime, you know, even tousen was 'unique' (i bet tite kubo thought he was genius thinking to add tousen the justice-bent rogue gotei captain) and honestly, i don't consider tousen unique, just different. What i'm trying to say is, black people in japan are almost looked upon as a fantasy, out of the ordinary, special and unique, mystical. Almost the way certain races in america are looked on in wonder an curiousity. That's why, i don't know if there will be an anime starring a black charater (who remembers peach girl? Momo was discriminated against a lot because people assumed she was a party bunny). Even if there is, or will be, gotta remember that japan is monocentric. Barely any other cultures mix in, and by making an anime starring a black character, a serious anime, they're going to have to be authentic. And the closest they got, well to my knowledge was afro samurai, and also some yaoi i read ages ago called undergrand hotel but the setting was america anyway even if it was a manga. I'm basing all this on observation. Lol with that said, i'll still wait too. I can still remember how happy i was with yoruichi. And with so many animes and mangas in existance there have to be some out there, gotta dig deeper i guess
When I was a young boy the nanny that took care of me was a Japanese immigrant, and naturally I spent a lot of time with her daughter. Her father was a Canadian and black, so she was half Japanese half black. She moved back to japan as a preteen, and we exchange postcards. She is very uniquely beautiful. She actually looks darker than the girls in this video, but seems to dress more like a typical japanese woman (we're 22).
Don't blame them; it's not their fault that American media portrays black people this way. Blame the media in your country! And it's really no different from Americans who've only gotten to know ANYTHING about Japanese culture through ANIME.
I honestly take no offense to this. As long as they don’t take our culture and call it their own why does it matter? I think a lot of us are ignorant to the difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation. Though it’s flattering that they admire us, it’s concerning that they tan so much and that they only mimic the stereotypes. However, that’s most likely due to the media so I don’t blame them.
having studied in Japan, I can agree that the 'black lifestyle' is on full display. which is so sad cause I love all things Japanese! why would they destroy their skin tanning?? ugh. I'm not sure what I should be feeling after watching this. I think they should just embrace who they are and their culture and skin tones. it's true that there, you pretty much have it easy if you're black, at least my experience was. I was a 'celebrity' and it was nice being treated as if I were a big deal and not a parasite. admittedly, it's all based on stereotypes and their idea of what being black is so that western media thing...speak Japanese and you can make it there. oh, how I wish I could go back.
I LOVE IT im Black and im Flattered ! Its nice to see other cultures who love and appreciate are culture now is hip hop music nd rnb all black culture is no but im still very flattered and happy you go girl and i wana go to that mall and babyshop looks amazing
Well these Japanese girls they know what is beautiful and black is beautiful The brown looking girl she She is definitely black girl and good luck for sharing cultures exchange.....
Black Americans throughout history have been the main reason for many traditions and cultures worldwide because of their fascinating personalities, characters and accomplishments.
1:44 thank you. I'm shocked but this Japanese woman is rocking those micro braids. I love her!! "it's a tribute to Black culture and also to their music, fashion, and dance". thank you love. we appreciate it
It's slightly worrying when looking at the comments that countless 'faceless' individuals are always so quick to talk badly about black people whenever anything that seems to endorse us crops up (although I don't think Hip Hop is or should be the definition of black people). But is it that you 'racists' feel so insecure about yourselves that you have to troll videos to spew your nonsense? Because you say we're 'horrible' etc. yet are so fixated on us that you can't leave us alone. Seems a bit obsessive don't you think?
Something I have come to notice about the Japanese are their views on race,such as a person who is not Asian but born in japan is not considered Japanese because they are not Asian. Japan is all about fashion and trending,some people like "black" American culture,even though its a music culture (hiphop,rap,r&b,etc) they just want something to emulate.
Yes, you are correct about... well, everything, really. However, like her Mother said "she'll grow out of it eventually." 20 years from now, a new fad will have kicked in, and the youth will try to emulate that as well.
It's not an inherently malicious or purposely offensive thing but it is a homogenous society, and furthermore an island nation, with a culture that is fairly exclusive, so these things can't be helped. As a British person growing up in the 2000s I was exposed to different cultures, races etcetera and was taught by the government, the school, and the media that racism, and community cohesion were things that I should pay attention to. But Japan is not like that.
When I went to Japan, I got lots of compliments. No matter where I went people would call me out saying I looked beautiful and cute. Tons of families came to me to take pictures with me when I wore a yukata during Sanja Matsuri. People said I was very special just because of my skin color. I had never been so happy and proud to be black until I went to Japan. If you are black, go to Japan at least once in your life. It will change how you think of yourself, and for the better.
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Japanese people seem like the most curious people on Earth. They are into nearly everybody's culture. Just ask musicians from anywhere and they'll tell you they're big in Japan, for some reason.
Alphaville especially
I swear to god😭
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They don’t even know that Mexico exists
You can tell from their absorbing attitude. For example: see the alphabet they took from chinese, see the development they took from the west, especially from the US
Janiro wrong, there’s a video just like this one except with mexican chicano culture lol
Some Japanese want to enjoy black culture. I am black and want to enjoy Japanese culture. There's nothing wrong with that. Right?
Modzy24productions Me too
Modzy Fuck you
Not at all
I do, I love Japanese culture
Same
I really hope that B-culture fanatics don't have a one sided view of black culture. Black culture does not equate dark skin, jewelry, and rap music. It is so much more than materialism….our culture reflects our convoluted history and the diaspora in which we belong to. What you see here is merely a fraction of black culture.
***** Chill with all the negative talk I don't even care that you're racist, but don't spread hate. It's the germ that has created every ignorant person such as yourself.
This is probably the only clever comment in the whole section.
Interesting, I don't take offense or think they are being racist at all. Hey, if they like it I love it. At least they're admitting they love the hip hop culture.
But we do worse to our own kind!
James Davis yes, some of us. Those who hold anger and disrespect for their own race or any race for that matter, I believe stems from self hatred. But, we do hurt ourselves way more then we empower each other.
Speak for yourself you charcoal sonabitch James Davis
His Name Is Garvorus that was mean 😯.
His Name Is Garvorus and uncalled for thank u very much!
awww this is so sweet it makes my heart happy when people love, respect, and care for my culture.
rosie’s diner your a beautiful women
Is that your culture. Tshiip
yes! im japanese,
most of the Japanese long for culture of black!
we dont know why .but we really think they are so beautiful.
thank you!!
thats really awesome. 😁 Here in America, white people dont really think being black is beautiful.
+mako suenaga 8 months later, I call bullshit. If you act cool then they will like you. Rapping is viewed as the cool Alpha male thing to do. Same goes for rich white people driving fancy cars wearing designer brands and stylish rich asians. Cool is cool, people want a taste of another lifestyle, but many won't want it to stay, we simply like to sample. --oh... and nobody likes hipsters.
Thank you... xoxo love and peace to you ♡♥♡♥
Awhhhh thanks😄
its all about the looks but no one understands the problems. im honored they want to look like us, but im not sure they understand the bullshit we go through when we only want to be treated equal and left alone.
i will admit though, she looks amazing. thumbs up.
Left alone? Is that why so many Blacks demand to live for free of YT and think they can go around rapping and murdering and get away with it?
Booger please, he's just ignorant using the same as his parents probably have. He doesn't know better, obviously.
Hawa Kawah lmao that's some shit ive been wondering for years. all they think it is is us. but the truth is they don't even know lol. its just something pulled from their asses like their degenerative state and inbred ancestors.
Kyle Elbaz Last time I checked all those school shootings that resulted in countless murders were white guys?
ay dont forget the the accountability of nations ruined by white people throughout world history. entire tribes wiped out. famine and disease spread throughout lands. both modern and ancestral histories have been tarnished by white people across the world.
do not blame the girls for their idea on black culture. blame the media.the media shows all over the world the stereotype. most japanese have never seen or met black person in life. so they think they are like the people in black media. not our faults
***** did i ever say anything was wrong with that? i know that already, being born and raised there. i seen many styles and how much people like to imitate others. never did i say anything was wrong with that... -_-
***** you took it that way? how does typed words have a tone? lol. i have said time and time again that i think it is beautiful when people are free to be what they wish. it is not a big deal nor is there room for debate. good day....
and you are very sensitive. if you do not like the way i respond, you could always mind your ow business.
***** this is youtube, not the world. you know nothing of how i behave in public. someone needs to point out your inability of thinking logically and minding your own business. that's all. dumbass
***** 'many people act polite over youtube'...LOL. dumbest comment ever. many more people dont. because its youtube. not a face to face conversation. the fact that you take this shit so seriously says a lot about you as a person. hey, instead of worrying about my youtube manners, how about getting a life. if you dont like my comments, ignore them instead of trying to preach to me, moron.
Its kinda cool that they like black culture in Japan. I love how they admit they like black culture in a respectable manner, unlike jet Hayes or other ppl like him. I hate it when ppl of different race think they have to "talk black" and listen to rap and act a fool. Ppl like that just makes stereotypes worse.
I live in Japan and occasionally run into/talk with Japanese people like the young lady in this video. And although I don't understand why someone be offended, I'm hesitant at considering their activity and interests as being things that are complementary to Black people. After all, unbeknownst to them the images of Black people that they eagerly consume and digest are toxic because it portrays Black people as monolithic and generic. What they're really enthralled with, isn't so much Black people or Black culture, but more so what Bell Hooks calls, "commodified/exotic Blackness". Thus, I would say that their interest in Black people/Black culture is primarily superficial. But in the end, having a superficial interest in something isn't necessarily an entirely bad thing. Because it can be the starting point from which some kind of genuine interest and in-depth understanding can grow.
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Very well said. Agreed 100%.
Learn the difference between appreciation and black face!
I think hina does it pretty well and she looks like she could pass for a mixed girl in the states. Very pretty!
her mom is the perfect parent..she understands that as long as she's doing what she is supposed to in school and workwise, that her daughter can have her freedom. and she also understands that most teens grow out of fads and phases...she can let her daughter be young without trying to pressure her into being as mature as she is..... a lot of parents don't see shit that way..strict ass parents create sneaky ass kids..
As a young Black American watching this, I couldn't help not to laugh. It's sad, amusing, weird, fascinating, shocking, and offensive all at once. Blacks are more than what you see on TV, music videos, and magazines. And we've contributed more than just music and fashion trends in America. It's sad because when they meet a professional Black American who was raise in the suburb, they are going to be extra culture shock and disappointed to discover that all Blacks aren't 'hip hoppers' lol. Oh what I'd pay to see their reactions!
i'm japanese, i understand not all black people are hip hop stars.
At least they don't think black people are thuggish, ratchet, drug dealers and habitual baby maker. So far they see black people more positive than negative. They see black people in a more positive light than most American see black people.
At least they admire instead of hate. Also what so special about them meeting a suburb born black person. They like the glamor of Hollywood not desperate housewives and average joe. Similar to any American who follow Hollywood trends. They like the popular glamorized trends not some regular everyday life style. What's so special about that? Would you expect a Japanese tourist to just visit the suburbs instead of all the famous American sights? It's almost as if you travel to Japan and not see any of Japanese popular sights and cultural sight just hang out with a guy at there desk job and stay in his apartment all day and eat fast noodle and watch tv and the Japanese guy tell you this is the typical life of a Japanese. What is the fun in that?
CrimsonEclipse Oh, yah me! For Japanese people not thinking us Blacks are (and quote you) 'thuggish, ratchet, drug dealers and habitual baby maker.' And I'm suppose to be grateful for that? It shouldn't be that way to begin with. You don't get a pat on the back for having moral educated nonracist views. And there's a big different in seeing Black Americans in a positive light vs. seeing them in a light that's one dimensional.
Grant it, I see your overall point and I'm NOT saying that what they are doing is wrong or intentionally done to be offensive to Blacks--I get that! However, my point remains, Blacks are more than 'hip hoppers' and we aren't monolithic. Until foreigners begin to picture Presidents, doctors, businessmen, moguls, and etc. when they think of Black Americans, then my issue will always remain. The problem I have with the Miley Cyrus's and Justin Biebers of the world is that they twerk and throw up gang signs and imitate our "culture" when their young and want to be cool, but as they get older and want to be taken seriously and assimilate into society, all of a sudden they move away from that image. It's called NOT being in love but being infatuated. And you suggest that I be grateful for their infatuation over their hate? We don't have to settle for anything. As for 'what's the fun in that?' That's my point! We are more than fun and games and for others amusement.
Shane C I guess you are one of those people who makes everything about you or your people and have to be overly politically correct when it comes to you or your races.
You do know political leaders, doctors, businessmen, moguls, come in all shapes, form and race. Not just black people. I don't see anyone labeling any other races being any of those things. It's just ignorant and stupid to assume they have to see political leaders, doctors, businessmen, moguls base on a race.
Also why are you saying "foreigners"? Those Japanese are still in their own country and practice their version of hip hop style. They would only be consider foreigners if they leave their country. Have you seen a Japanese tourist with a overly dark tan and dress in over the top hip hop fashion? Those few people that follow this trend aren't the majority of Japan. I don't see the point being mad when they are not in your face.
I don't see Japanese get angry over foreigners wants to copy Japanese trends and style. I never saw a Japanese complain about foreigners dressing in a Kimono, or Harajuku style. If you did your research Japanese comes in variety of trends, and fashion and lifestyle. Not all Japanese are Otakus or Harajuku fashion. Also not all Japanese are in the same ethnic backgrounds but most people don't know better and they are not complaining. I don't even see any Asians get mad that black women buy their real hair and wear it as weaves and call it their own.
I even seen many black people dress up in traditional Chinese outfits in America and I don't see anyone complain about racism. Also Many people assume all Chinese are alike but Chinese culture comes in multiple languages and multiple ethnic backgrounds but who is counting. I'm sure not you.
Same with white people of American. So far I had seen many black people assume white people are all the same but they comes in different backgrounds and accents, and cultural beliefs.
America have develop multiple languages accents, diverse groups. Sure we can't name them all since we are only common with a few.
Just like any culture most people won't automatically know everything about a culture. Just like how African American people don't know everything about Africa and all the languages, cultural diversity, and countries.
I don't see Africans mad when American blacks people dress like them, and they aren't even regional or biologically from the same background.
If you are just playing the races card that would be Ignorant. After all not all Africans countries are friends with each other. Same with not all Asian countries are friends with each other and not all European countries are friends with each others. Also America is divided by politics, religions, races, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, classes and other beliefs.
Maybe you should do a little research and absorb all these information. Or maybe you just want it to make it about you and your pet peeves and stigma.
You have to remember that on the island of Japan, black people aren't something they see very often. Their only exposure is what they see on t.v. or in magazines-- so of course that's all they know of black culture. Honestly, Japanese love to assimilate other cultures into their own. They embrace cultural differences and are generally very accepting of anything new.
i think its fine to appreciate other cultures and want to live like them, so props to this girl.
***** Whether you are referring specifically about hip hop or black people your comment is grossly ignorant.
***** You're not a filthy racist your just a POS.
***** people will treat you in the way you present yourself.
When will racist learn? But than again they prefer to live their lives in ignorant bliss.
I love the mother. She is very understanding of her daughter's choices. :) A model parent.
At least we're appreciated somewhere.
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Lmao 😂😂😂
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amen
truearies77 right 😏🙌👍
Everybody loves black culture bro. It's awesome
Holy shit. didn't even expect you to be here lmao
I dont
Yeah, they love black CULTURE but hate black PEOPLE
CASSO BLVCK yet black people are the number one hated people around the world how does that work?
What's black culture?
They were really pretty and they weren't stick figures, plus they seem cool/laid back. If they were in the states they'd get wifed up quickly.
HearthCricket dude I'm white and I would wife that ass up and treat it with respect. Yeah the majority of blacks have a hard time being loyal that's true, they mimic black media too much.
HearthCricket that's why like over 70% of black children are born out of wedlock
@@greenthizzle4 40 - 50% of marriages in the US end in divorce so who gives a fuck if a child is born out of wedlock nowadays. Marriage is a good way to get into debt the rest of your life
@@greenthizzle4 Can you call us black people... saying "the whites" would be pretty disrespectful if a black person were to do it so why would you do it too. Also I don't think people mimic black media. People just cheat if they have a lack of self control.
@@fancypants5782 ..true. Most divorces actually take place in the Bible belt.
Wow, this is the first time I have ever seen a group in Asian culture, look so favorably on (American) black culture and style.
***** I've never been there.
Can y’all do a follow up with Hina?
I would love to know what she’s into now and if she’s still into Black American culture.
If more people were like her mother the world would be a much better place!
No wonder afros became so popular in Anime. lol
Everyone loves black culture. This is nothing new.
but this shows that some japanese love the people and the culture, this is why i'm trynna go to japan
@oskrrr92 your probably white y'all don't have a culture 😂😂
@oskrrr92 at least we have culture you fuckup
@oskrrr92 you sound like an ignorant racist.
Imagine thinking white people have anything to steal from black people. Yikes. Go look at Europe and then look at black areas, even in America and the west in general. Please don't talk about culture.
Theres nothing wrong with wanting to have a certain style. Its pretty cool to see people so into other cultures. But the tanning part isn't good for you. It can cause a ton of health problems.
I agree, at first I was thinking it was lame, but seeing the reaction of the mom relaxed me a bit. They're young & they'll get tired of it eventually, but at least they super open about a different culture.
Japan is slowly being more open to black people
I am black and i am really happy to see this.
Everyone think that the ideal type for everyone is getting white but that is not true.
I am truly happy every time I see everyone emulating the black culture. It is a good thing.
I have a close friend from South Korea who loves hip hop and always feels more comfortable around black people. She always comments on how she loves my skin tone, full lips, butt, and kinky afro. She also stated that she thought black women were more beautiful than white women. I'm flattered that she and other Asians admire our features that are often seen as inferior.
Yeah, racism is more of a European / American thing. Asians and Africans don't really have a history of that so it's a more natural interaction.
***** South Korea is kinda racist to blacks though. I think a few kpop artists did black face. Japan seems less racist(but still kinda xenophobic)
+Crab Bisk Lol. Dude Asian racists are by far the worst.
I hate to read those american sjws
Stars Are Angels sad but true. But I think new generations are less of that. I hope.
I met Hina today! She's very nice and I bought a T-Shirt! Winning!!
Khameleon416 Really??
Yup
I would live to meet her. Was she being nice to u cause you black?
This isn't racist at all. They just love black culture and want to be like it.
Sally May this is only a PART of black culture. Not every black individual acts this way. I can personally speak for my carribbean and west indian parents and say that they do not engage in this type of music nor do they dress this way. It's awesome that they like to indulge in different cultures, however this way of dressing and this type of music does NOT represent every type of "black culture". They are being sterotypical.
Ms. Penelipe Well that's true but I'm sure they don't mean to be stereotypical.
Ms. Penelipe Some Japanese girls who want to look white go after the LA/Hollywood-celebrity style. But that doesn't mean they're being racists. Same thing.
Never said they were racist... I just said they were being stereotypical which they are.
And I didn't say it was their fault, nor did I say it was their intention. But labeling this as a "Black lifestyle" is stereotypical. We all can become susceptible to generalizing a race, and that's what they did (unintentionally of course). Just pointing it out.
I'm mixed race (half Caribbean half white) and I don't feel offended. However I am slightly concerned about the whole tanning once a week which could be really dangerous...
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Ehhh you're biracial. 🤔 They aren't talking about Biracial lifestyle or any of that matter but about BLACK Lifestyle.
Get it! You can't even be offended or Not offended it ain't non of your bussiness.
Miss Golden But, if you think about it, if she's half Caribbean, she has some dark skin in her. 1/4 rule, dear friend.
Carribean isn't a race, some Carribeans are white.
Are yoy American or gritish?
@@lauras.2032 Dude. Stfu. How dare you banish her from being black just because she's mixed? You're a humongous dickhead. She's still black. She's one of us so stop trying to get invalidate her views just because they don't line up with your's.
As the saying goes, "The grass looks greener on the other side of the fence." Many people in Asia are fascinated by different aspects of American culture, just as many Americans are fascinated by different aspects of various Asian cultures. This may seem odd, but it's probably a good thing. The more different people learn about each other, the greater humankind's chances of living together in peace and shared prosperity.
Word.I think everyone is secretly fascinated by other & hate others too. Ppl do it to themselves as well. Its just full circle.
Black people have created SO MANY different styles. She is only emulating one level of our culture
I do not have a problem with this video hina and her friends are awesome.
This is awesome that our culture is celebrated in other countries!! Thanks for the video!!
The sad part is they don't realize this isn't black culture, it's a segment of black culture, but it's not all that black is. These girls need to get their heads out of hip hop magazines and read some different books, study different countries like those in Africa or others that have people of African decent as large portions of their population, or travel and meet some black people that aren't hip hop artists.
what does this have to do with africa.
people don't know what culture mean, there is no such thing as '' african culture" Africa it's too big. There is multiple culture inside africa.
***** I'm from Canada, well it's almost the same as USA,but i must say it's unusual to meet smart people like you on RUclips.
Awww, some asian girls like our style. Really? THANKS! I feel loved!
its amazing how this woman took what was happening to her and embraced it and adapted to it. i know it must have been a little tough on her because this style is not whats most popular in japn
Wonder how these Japanese people would feel if Americans started taping their eyes half-way shut while speaking shitty Japanese-accented English and then called it a "trend", the way that one woman called her poor imitation of black culture a "trend"?
CheezInspector honestly she made it work for her and if thats too much for you to deal with then go f*ck yourself. shes having fun and its not meant to offend anyone.
CheezInspector American people actually do copy the Japanese alot. We copy movies technology, fashion, etc, in fact we wouldn't have alot of stuff that we do have if we hadn't copied them or didn't you know?
Miguel Negrete Don't try and make this personal. This isn't about you or me. It's about people like her failing to understand that what she's embracing as a simple "trend" is based on a hollow representation of another's culture.
momiji Shoma These people are pretending to mimic the ENTIRE American black culture in the way they dress/act - they said as much. It's horribly stupid because they're ignorantly and inaccurately portraying one small corner of black culture. ... As for Americans "copying" the Japanese, that a laugh. There are a few forms of technology and occasionally some other small thing, but Japan and the rest of the world copies us faaaar more, and few Americans copy an entire, bizarre form of a "Japanese" person the way the stupid twits in this video portrayed themselves as "black".
I'm actually flattered.. and of course hip hop and rap is apart of our culture.. I like that those girls adore black culture that's really sweet to me... thank you ^_^… I'm not offended at all. .
Americans even do this stuff.. they just wanna be like us
+Jazmin fields go to any predominantly black neighborhood in the U.S. Trust me, NO ONE wants to be like you!!!
@@jonnyfendi2003 shut up punk!!
As a black female I don't know whether to feel angry or sorry for her. Black culture goes SO far beyond hair, music and skin color. It seems as though the main young lady in the video appreciates some parts of black culture but what about us fighting slavery and racism, having the first black president, or amazing people like Nelson Mandela and Maya Angelou? I guess I mainly feel sorry for her that she's wasting her youth trying to be a part of another culture instead of appreciating her own. It's great to think other cultures are cool and want to learn more about them. I personally love kpop and I'm trying to become fluent in Spanish because I think the language is beautiful. But never would I try to literally be Korean or be Spanish. I'm also worried because as soon as she said tanning I was praying it would be a spray tan but no :( those tanning beds can't be good for you and that REALLY worries me for her.
what you're saying is 100% true but i think that this girl is trying to find a place in a culture (not really) with people that she might share somethings with them. i know that her facial features are asians/japanese but she said her hair became frizzy having frizzy hair in japan isn't normal maybe she just want to fit in somewhere.
tb11212 in the first 30 seconds it states they are trying to look like American hip hoppers. The Japanese were never colonized nor enslaved. So they have no concept of slavery and I seriously doubt they wish to entertain that sad chapter of our black ancestors. No black American can say today he is a slave. And none of us alive experienced it. So it behooves me to know why they should look at that side.
As for racism if you check some videos on youtube there are whites who live in Japan who complain about Japanese racism. Matter of fact the Japanese have always seen themselves superior to the Europeans.
I saw a documentary yesterday that said after WWI the Japanese wanted to include a clause of equality for all races at the Treaty of Versailles. President Woodrow Wilson and the then Australian prime minister refused. The Japanese went away humiliated. They believe they were in charge of the Asian continent. But the whites in Australia did not want to see "yellow people" as superior over the white race. Basically because the whites refused to include a clause for racial equality the Japanese became more isolationist and eventually were out to teach white nations a lesson that we saw in WWII.
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Fighting slavery? Wow. Really? Wasn't servitude in the United States outlawed like 200 years ago?
***** Yes, so what is your point. Maybe I should have used past tense but the content of the sentence remains. Slavery was in the past but remains a scar within black culture. Your comment is irrelevant.
Wayne Samuel What I meant was that I'm tired of black people and black culture only being depicted through hip hop, rappers and our hair texture. Not once did she mention a black person who she admires for their intelligence or contribution to society...just their skin color and hair. And I get that she was a minority in Japan with frizzier hair and I think it's great that she's been able to try different hair styles. And I know that other cultures have experienced and fought racism and I know that it was our black ancestors, not us, who were enslaved. I was just pointing out other parts of our culture that are important to know too, not just hair, music and skin color. I guess I mainly feel sorry for her because she feels the need to change so much about herself to "live" another culture when the skin color and hair isn't even half of it. Not trying to start a war, I was just stating my opinion.
"Hina and her friend are going to have an adventurous black night." Okaaaaaaay.... And how is deep tanning yourself "Good for your skin." So many WTF moments.
this is actually pretty interesting and its nice to see a culture embrace and be so into blk culture when most places aren't.
"They are going to have an adventurous black night LMAO?" When they find out the truth, real history..... They are beautiful in their natural tannish brown skin, just beautiful...... sooo stop that damn tanning and whitening cream, its killing you!!!!!
your right, im in Thailand and I should have spoken for this area, (Loa, Cambodia) they are different sheds of brown women
+Josh Boykin (Cyrealist) That's a lie! They're very pale because they wear pale makeup or bleach! Some can be naturally pale but most are not. Look at their children! Why aren't they ever that white? I have seen a class filled with 9 yo kids in Korea and none was as white as most white people in winter! They're yellowish beige to light brown.
U can refer to Indians , I think they're more darker than black people
+Black Power What Indians are you talking about?
The pale indians because media doesn't show any other one.
CHOSEN CHILDREN of TMH The southern indians can be very dark. The northern ones look like pakistani.
I believe that style is a personal choice. However, their labeling of this as 'black' is inappropriate and inaccurate. Their interpretation of 'black' focuses on the stereotypes often seen in media instead of black people as individuals. Given the history of slavery, the Harlem Renaissance, and the fact that there are different African countries made up of various ethnic groups with distinct cultural practices, I believe it is better that they label themselves 'hip-hop lifestyle' since they will probably never go into anthropology.
When she is at the tanning salon, and the guy asks her how long, the subtitles say 10 minutes, BUT she actually said 三十分 (30 minutes). I wonder if that was intentional or not?
This is so cool!! This made me want to visit Japan!! She even has long nails yessss boo I love it!
SimplyShakeila your a beautiful women
These girls simply seem naive and fascinated with a culture so distant from their own. They're just appropriating and replicating what they've seen online and it's very interesting to see, especially in a country so traditional and isolated like Japan. Hina seems very well acclimated to Japan's variation on hip hop culture. I was a bit surprised to see her not bow in response to the man running the tanning shop, seeing as how in Japan a bow is very important piece of social interaction and respect.
I feel appreciated lol. And I love Hina's hair a lot lol XD It's so pretty!
Excuse me for thinking this video would be about Black people living in Japan. lol The only thing about people "pretending" is when they get tired of the hardships that come with being of a different culture. They can wash it off, stop tanning, and change their style to "fit" in again and pretend that this phase never happen.
People of the Black cultures can't do that. So honestly it's not as complimentary as people like to tell themselves to immolate other cultures, instead of being who they are and being respectful of the culture they admire.. This is actually considered a fashion statement not a lifestyle. That's like me pretending to be Japanese and have my skin lightened...ect...They probably would think I was making fun of them. Playing at dress up has nothing to do with Black people. Being Black is a state of "being" it not a "state of mind" over reality.
As you heard her mother say, "She's just waiting for her to get board with it." She didn't say, I have a Black child and I love her all the same.
The young are always rebelling against the status quo and trying new ideas. Some fads stick and some fall by the wayside.
I thought the video would be about ganguro girls.
I've seen this before. What bothers me isn't the fact that non-black people want to embrace aspects of black culture, after all creativity should be shared. No, the problem is the continuing disrespect and racism. The lack of awareness of history. It's like black is cool to a point.
Thank you for liking our culture and style. Great video. Can't wait to go to Japan.
I like how her mother understands the fact this is just a phase. BTW, out of curiosity, what she does has nothing to do with cultural appropriation right? or..
no,because she admits that she finds my people beautiful along w/ our amazing culture
Chadwick bryan
"cultural appreciation" then? ok i get it.
BrandNewSongz i think you have it a lil mixed up
Cultural appropriation is why people think rock is white music
She's demonstrating cultural appreciation
She credits my people while enjoying our culture as well
2 starkly different things, my friend
its also a phase like most weaboos its just it phase
while I am honored of this b-style, skin tanning is dangerous, just as much as skin bleaching. please don't rune your skin with these skin altering treatments.
My only issue is that these girls think all black people act like this. I hate that. I don't assume all japanese people act like characters in anime and as someone who is 100% into korean dramas and music, I would never think all korean people act like the ones in their dramas. Being black is not a fucking lifestyle. This girl can change the way she looks, if she wants to. I can't change the color of my skin no matter what.
Her braids are super cute
💕BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL💕 be and do what makes you happy! I respect them all for wanting to be different and pursuing a life that makes them happy!
Eh...Tolerance, acceptance and respect for other cultures/etnicities is one thing. To modify yourself to look like another ethnicity all together is another. Seems like kind of an unhealthy mentality to me. That goes any which way mind you. Asians trying to be black, Americans trying to be Asian, etc. I just don't think it's a healthy mentality to go that far, but that's me. And also, they're not hurting anybody. So I guess it's not that big of a deal either way. But excessive tanning can be harmful, so I hope they take care of themselves. Again, this is all my opinion.
I dont think it is that unhealthy when they got an ideal role model / fashion for them in their life , Since they did not turn into plastic surgery by doing so , i wouldnt consider that as "modify". since they just like the black people trait of fashion and experiment on it on them , surprisingly it looks good on them and they are happy .. so that what it is all matters :) Same as white people who like asian style cause they like asian fashion trait.
ハマサキ勇気 Clothes and fashion are one thing. But to physically alter yourself to try to appear as a different race is another. To modify oneself isn't limited to surgeries. So agree to disagree for the most part. But again, it's not like they're hurting anyone. Was just stating my opinion and it's not like I think anything less of them as people or would treat them negatively if I saw them in person.
I love her mom, "as long as she's in school and not dying I got better things to worry about"
I'm Japanese and lived in Japan for a few years and never saw anything like this. I think this must be the rarest subculture.
well I guess you just didn't hang out the same place
Pitchoo973 I'm pretty sure it's a small thing and there isn't a "place" where you meet many of people who like this subculture. This video is pretty old too so not even sure if it still exists
Well first of all, I don't like when you say "subculture", english isn't my native langage, but I feel it in a negative way. Every culture has right to exist, there is no sub or over culture, there is always a history for ea culture. If you didn't mean it by a negative way, I take it back what I said. I didn't mean to offend you =).
About this culture, I was in Japan 3 years ago, I'm not japanese at all. I found it when I was there, because I was looking for. So I'm pretty syre that it's still there ...
I might understand you that you feel that foreigner will stigmatize every japaneses like those people in this video which is wrong because is not true. Japanese as other ethnicity is about diversity, is not because you didn't see it that it doesn't exist AND it is not because you see it through media that it is true for the whole country (idk if you guys get it lol). It must be the rarest culture in japan (might be 1% or 0.1% or lesser) but it still exist, between hardworker, eletronic and robot geek, ninja, traditional, lolita gothica, respectful, family, porn, nerds, ..., japanese culture.
And if I talk more about the inner of this culture, you might be shocked.
Ps: Just reminding you that I didn't mean to offend you, but I feel that you're ashamed about this even though you shouldn't, in my opinion. This is how I felt with your comment.
Pitchoo973
This video is about 3 years old (or more). And im aware that Japan has ALL the subcultures from all around the world ^^ I wasnt trying to offend anyone either, i was just kinda surprised when i found this video. I'm not ashamed at all
I feel like I see this almost everywhere I go , every day haha.
Im a black person. For me personally I like asians that look more asian. Dont get me wrong, i do feel good that asians are more open to the black culture more than ever before but I just love that asian look in women and Japanese and Chinese women or so damn attractive. I love those asian eyes. I love them just as they are.
YoungKnoccOut Well it not about what they are turning into whether its black or white. Its what they turning away from that disappoint me.
***** Where in any of my comment that I said people are ugly? The only implications is through your own interpretation of what I said. Japanese women are pretty just as they are and if they change their features they are still beautiful whether they look more white or more black. People always mis interpret comments. If I say asian women are beautiful then you say .....Oh... then you think whites are ugly. If I say this kid is a good kid then you say.... Oh... so that mean you think all other kids are bad an so on and so on.
***** I'm black and I don't think low of myself and also most blacks don't think low of themself. I know because I been around blacks all my life. The thing is that blacks knows that OTHERS thinks low of blacks and not us. Just read the HATE comments, that's what we see all of the time in our lives. You think that is something we should feel HIGH or good about????
***** Haha denying that you're racist? You're such a scumbag troll.
+Hannah Hashi hahahah, you're physically the weakest people, you were in slavery for 400 years.
I personally LOVE to see other races emulate "our style and culture". Only then, is when we see how silly we look. ;)
lol...there is a silly, stupid side to every race! ; )
Geneva Hart Ooo I'm SURE OF IT! lol. I think the same can be said for any race. I just used mine cause it was the one being
portrayed in the video is all.
I love how they don't think just white skin is beautiful and all colors are
its interesting how the Japanese culture stylizes foreign symbols ("black" is not a culture) through retail outlets... Americans stylize foreign symbols through Hollywood - a mass medium. So you have this paradox where the supposedly most individualistic society (America) is culturally the most "uniformly brainwashed", and the most conformist society (Japan) is more intricate than it appears.
Interesting indeed, great observation.
I believe all cultures generalize and therefore stereotype. Every country that I have visited has done this to some degree. Most people associate a culture with the primary faces responsible for making it famous, and sadly they often tie that to race or color.
At least they credit where they are taking their inspiration from. Usually you see people stealing or taking inspiration from black culture and yet they're afraid or reluctant to say they like black culture. I think this perspective is really refreshing!
Ok lets dig deeper why are whites in the UNITED STATES reluctant or afraid to say they love black culture why ???
Wow, the culture of black America is more than clothes, skin color, and music. I'm not offended, I just think people should take the time to educate themselves before going on the "news" and or any forum to discuss it.
Sweetie, my comment was clearly for ignorant people like you. Btw by saying that you just made tourself into the N Word.
Popular representation of blacks overseas, who have very little idea of what actual black culture looks like, is quickly picked up based on cultural "expressions" such as clothing and music videos. It is a perversion in itself, but that's how it is. Popular media rarely represents highly educated blacks, and tries to substitute that for something more "showy." But isn't that true about most other things?
Being demonized all around the world it feels good to be appreciated
0:15 "American Hip-hoppers" lmao
what??
the subtitle said "hip-hoppers"
‘Adventurous black night’ I’m deadd😭😂
Well for those of you that hate on this that listen to rock and roll music maybe you should stop. Because Chuck Berry the originator of rock and roll was a Black Man. Yes sir Pop, Rock, Jazz, R&B, Electronic and House music all have roots back to black culture.
And we created classical music also known today as R&B :) Check out the Hidden Colors Documentary series (1,2 and 3 coming soon) that speaks on the true history of African American History and culture created by Tariq Nasheed this is my credited source..its very insightful
First of all nothing is wrong with following a life-style you like because plenty of people in America study Japan so much that they try to live in their life style so no different then what this Asian woman is doing. I'm talking from anime, restaurants, cosplay etc....smh. Even though she is looking at Rappers life style and thinking all black people are that way is kind of weird but how would she know she is not from here nor are we from there so I bet our perception on Japanese citizens are totally wrong. Stop turning this into a negative this is perfectly normal. Everyone haves a style they flaunt
I like how her mom is so cool and open minded about the way she dresses and everything.
At the end of the day it's what they like. They ain't hurting me. They ain't pushing me to like it. So why should I give a fuck? People are fucking quick to judge.
And I'm over here, feeling like a queen because I'm black 👸
That mum was awesome, as long as she isnt hurting herself or putting herself/others in danger. Go live life. Awesome!
Surprise no one is cussing them for imitating black. Just think if this was black people every one would be trying to say they have a complex about themselves.
True.
Her mom is honestly so cool! Coming from a traditional, Japanese family I know how strict and not accepting their families might be. My dad was hella hard on me. Thats cool how open-minded and light hearted her mom is.
Wow its rare that you come cross cultural appropriation and it be a positive thing. Its not dismissive and insensitive over there the way it is here in America. They like to claim everyone's culture and re brand it so its still euro-aesthetics. Everything from native american head dresses, to chola fashion and its disgusting. But yall are doing it right. Shout out to you guys.. for real.
Caitlin
Exactly what I'm saying
Caitlin it's not even cultural appropriation
Shut the f up with you cultural appropriation.. so dumb .. city thing.... you speak English, where is your grass skirt, do you even know what a dashiki is? Stop with that crap
Shut the fuck up. You just think it's not as bad cause these women are Asian instead of White. Racist ass bitch...
That's because this isn't appropriation this is appreciation.
Hina is .... beautiful! The tan actually works well with her features
Tan or pale, they're all very, very, very pretty.
I wish I was japanese too. :(
Moon Shade Weeaboo.
***** Nuh-uh.
***** I'm kind of getting sick of seeing someone bash another person for admiring or wanting to be part of another culture. People are even coming up with these ridiculous names... A Japanese person can do it and they're cool and multicultural. A non-japanese person does it and their a weeaboo? It's an insult. That logic.
So, what you going to do about it? I hate Weeabos. You have a problem with it? You going to cry like a baby now? Can I give you a bottle, I derp baby bottle?
So much hate. It sucks to be fueled by rage.
Oh well, at least I feel better about myself now. Thanks !
Lol , I met the red hair , girl in France .
She's really friendly .
This is obviously an old video, but looking at it honestly I don't have a problem with it because not only are they kinda adorable, but they acknowledge where their inspiration came from, acknowledges it is in fact black culture and they clearly have respect for the culture and black people. Unlike the people in america that do it and don't like to admit where they got the inspiration, disrespect us, or try to pass it off as their ideas. This legitimately feels more like appreciation then appropriation.
dope....I love it when other cultures embrace and open their minds to different cultures. ..kuddos
I know this is coming mostly from a place of love... but this video...makes me...cringe...cringe so much
@Kay Flip because it's pretty cringe
Kinda wish someone did a little psa like "Thank you for your interest in black culture but please remember american hip hop isn't all there is to it"
like i can't exactly pinpoint how I feel about this
Where's the black anime character's at?
I'll wait a few more weeks and no longer. I demand an anime series where there are black people.
afro samurai, bleach, naruto to name a few
SocialistIntrovert Beserk, Black Lagoon, DBZ, Afro Samurai, SAO, Bleach, and many many more. just look around. apparently you dont watch anime son, because pokemon would have been the first pick since its still popular
Kurohisaki Okay I'll rephrase it, A new anime series(this year) with black people in it. At least, one of the main characters, not some one liner. Then I'll stop this nonsense of looking for blackness in anime'. 1. already watched those anime's except for Berserk; finding time for it. 2. Watched, Pokémon, Bleach, Naruto Shippuden, HunterxHunter, Cyborg 009, Aquarion, Aquarion Evolution, One Piece, Fairy Tail, Full Metal Alchemist, Eureka 7, Machiko Hatchin, Steins;Gate, Deadman Wonderland, Soul Eater and much more. There are some people who won't call the Boondocks an anime'. That would have been in my over 100 anime' watched list too. The problem I have is black lifestyle and maybe culture being adored in Japan, and yet, no series will acknowledge the melanin-type characters, or that other people exist besides the default.
It sucks, but you'll be hard pressed looking for an anime from this year, or any year, with a black character who's the main character. I dont count michiko cuz she's brazillian, and aside from afro samurai, bleach with tousen who was one hundred percent rocking his braids and was an important character and yoruichi, i haven't seen any others. I want to count naruto, but aside from hidden cloud, which to be honest aren't really important characters, i won't. I say you'll be hard pressed because aside from adding a unique spin to that anime, you know, even tousen was 'unique' (i bet tite kubo thought he was genius thinking to add tousen the justice-bent rogue gotei captain) and honestly, i don't consider tousen unique, just different. What i'm trying to say is, black people in japan are almost looked upon as a fantasy, out of the ordinary, special and unique, mystical. Almost the way certain races in america are looked on in wonder an curiousity. That's why, i don't know if there will be an anime starring a black charater (who remembers peach girl? Momo was discriminated against a lot because people assumed she was a party bunny). Even if there is, or will be, gotta remember that japan is monocentric. Barely any other cultures mix in, and by making an anime starring a black character, a serious anime, they're going to have to be authentic. And the closest they got, well to my knowledge was afro samurai, and also some yaoi i read ages ago called undergrand hotel but the setting was america anyway even if it was a manga. I'm basing all this on observation. Lol with that said, i'll still wait too. I can still remember how happy i was with yoruichi. And with so many animes and mangas in existance there have to be some out there, gotta dig deeper i guess
anything not live acted is anime by definition
When I was a young boy the nanny that took care of me was a Japanese immigrant, and naturally I spent a lot of time with her daughter. Her father was a Canadian and black, so she was half Japanese half black. She moved back to japan as a preteen, and we exchange postcards. She is very uniquely beautiful. She actually looks darker than the girls in this video, but seems to dress more like a typical japanese woman (we're 22).
They want to enjoy the culture without the people who create it....smh
Don't blame them; it's not their fault that American media portrays black people this way. Blame the media in your country! And it's really no different from Americans who've only gotten to know ANYTHING about Japanese culture through ANIME.
I honestly take no offense to this. As long as they don’t take our culture and call it their own why does it matter? I think a lot of us are ignorant to the difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation. Though it’s flattering that they admire us, it’s concerning that they tan so much and that they only mimic the stereotypes. However, that’s most likely due to the media so I don’t blame them.
i like how they pointed to remy ma and said she was pretty i instantly fell inlove with them. she even looks better now, i love remy soo muchhhhh
Its like the opposite of the Wu-Tang Clan
having studied in Japan, I can agree that the 'black lifestyle' is on full display. which is so sad cause I love all things Japanese! why would they destroy their skin tanning?? ugh. I'm not sure what I should be feeling after watching this. I think they should just embrace who they are and their culture and skin tones. it's true that there, you pretty much have it easy if you're black, at least my experience was. I was a 'celebrity' and it was nice being treated as if I were a big deal and not a parasite. admittedly, it's all based on stereotypes and their idea of what being black is so that western media thing...speak Japanese and you can make it there. oh, how I wish I could go back.
At least we know Japanese aren't that racist ^_^
Lol
I LOVE IT im Black and im Flattered ! Its nice to see other cultures who love and appreciate are culture now is hip hop music nd rnb all black culture is no but im still very flattered and happy you go girl and i wana go to that mall and babyshop looks amazing
Well these Japanese girls they know what is beautiful and black is beautiful
The brown looking girl she
She is definitely black girl and good luck for sharing cultures exchange.....
Black Americans throughout history have been the main reason for many traditions and cultures worldwide because of their fascinating personalities, characters and accomplishments.
Make Today A Success in America *
I once looked at this video in a different country than Japan,
I now have been living there for a year>
1:44 thank you. I'm shocked but this Japanese woman is rocking those micro braids. I love her!! "it's a tribute to Black culture and also to their music, fashion, and dance". thank you love. we appreciate it
It's slightly worrying when looking at the comments that countless 'faceless' individuals are always so quick to talk badly about black people whenever anything that seems to endorse us crops up (although I don't think Hip Hop is or should be the definition of black people). But is it that you 'racists' feel so insecure about yourselves that you have to troll videos to spew your nonsense? Because you say we're 'horrible' etc. yet are so fixated on us that you can't leave us alone. Seems a bit obsessive don't you think?
Something I have come to notice about the Japanese are their views on race,such as a person who is not Asian but born in japan is not considered Japanese because they are not Asian. Japan is all about fashion and trending,some people like "black" American culture,even though its a music culture (hiphop,rap,r&b,etc) they just want something to emulate.
Yes, you are correct about... well, everything, really. However, like her Mother said "she'll grow out of it eventually." 20 years from now, a new fad will have kicked in, and the youth will try to emulate that as well.
I agree with you.
It's not an inherently malicious or purposely offensive thing but it is a homogenous society, and furthermore an island nation, with a culture that is fairly exclusive, so these things can't be helped. As a British person growing up in the 2000s I was exposed to different cultures, races etcetera and was taught by the government, the school, and the media that racism, and community cohesion were things that I should pay attention to. But Japan is not like that.
Rap is something you do. Hip-hop is something you live...
Jay Tolbert That's so deep, I see Adele rolling in there...
She actually look half black!! or filipina
When I went to Japan, I got lots of compliments. No matter where I went people would call me out saying I looked beautiful and cute. Tons of families came to me to take pictures with me when I wore a yukata during Sanja Matsuri. People said I was very special just because of my skin color. I had never been so happy and proud to be black until I went to Japan. If you are black, go to Japan at least once in your life. It will change how you think of yourself, and for the better.